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Hemophilia

Research on hemophilia published by K. Khair et al

Published in Hematology Week, June 28th, 2010

"Hemophilia is a genetic disorder characterized by spontaneous or excessive bleeding predominantly into the weight-bearing joints or muscles. Synovial bleeding can lead to joint damage and disability," scientists in London, the United Kingdom report.

"Recent studies have shown that prophylactic therapy may prevent joint damage in children with severe hemophilia. However, adherence to these regimens is often suboptimal. Barriers to adherence include lack of understanding of the disease and the time-consuming nature of infusions. Nurses play a critical role in promoting adherence to prophylactic regimens, particularly for adolescent patients," wrote K. Khair and...

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